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Important Tourist Destinations MCQs
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Iconic Tourist Hubs in Kashmir Division
- • Gulmarg (Baramulla): "Meadow of Flowers", world-class ski resort with Kongdoori-Apharwat Gondola (one of the world's highest cable cars). Highest golf course in the world (2,650m).
- • Pahalgam (Anantnag): "Valley of Shepherds", located on Lidder River; base camp for annual Amarnath Yatra via Chandanwari. Famous for Betaab Valley (named after 1983 movie) and Aru Valley.
- • Sonamarg (Ganderbal): "Meadow of Gold", gateway to Ladakh on the banks of Sindh River; famous for Thajiwas Glacier and gateway to Zojila Pass.
- • Mughal Gardens: Shalimar Bagh (Jahangir, 1619), Nishat Bagh (Asif Khan, 1633), Chashme Shahi (Ali Mardan Khan/Shah Jahan, 1632), Achabal (Nur Jahan, 1620), Pari Mahal (Dara Shikoh, 1650).
- • Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden: Located in Srinagar on the foothills of Zabarwan Range; largest tulip garden in Asia.
Heritage & Pilgrimage Tourism in Jammu Division
- • Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine: Located in Trikuta Hills in Katra, Reasi district at an altitude of 5,200 ft.
- • Patnitop (Udhampur/Ramban): Hill resort on NH-44 at 2,024m. Nearby destinations: Sanasar, Kud, and Nathatop.
- • Mubarak Mandi Complex: Royal palace complex in Jammu city blending Rajasthani, Mughal, and European Gothic architecture.
- • Bahu Fort & Bagh-e-Bahu: Ancient fort on the banks of Tawi River built by Raja Bahu Lochan, housing the revered Bawe Wali Mata Temple (Kali).
- • Shiv Khori: Holy natural limestone cave shrine in Reasi district with a self-formed 4-foot Shiva Lingam.
- • Mansar & Surinsar Lakes: Sacred twin lakes in Jammu, recognized Ramsar Wetland site.
Showing 15 Practice Questions
Q1JKSSB FAA 2022Medium
The Martand Sun Temple, renowned for its distinctive Kashmiri stone architecture with Greco-Roman influences, was built by which ruler of Kashmir?
Q2JKSSB Junior Assistant 2021Medium
Pari Mahal (Palace of Fairies) in Srinagar overlooking Dal Lake was constructed by Prince Dara Shikoh primarily for what purpose?
Q3JKSSB VLW 2023Easy
Which Sultan of Kashmir changed the ancient name 'Gaurimarg' to 'Gulmarg' (Meadow of Flowers)?
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Q4JKSSB Sub-Inspector 2022Easy
Bahu Fort, housing the famous temple of Goddess Mahakali (Bawe Wali Mata), is situated on the banks of which river?
Q5JKSSB Forest Guard 2022Medium
Betaab Valley, located 15 km from Pahalgam, was historically known by which local name prior to 1983?
Q6JKSSB Patwari 2024Easy
The revered shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is located on which mountain in the Shivalik-Himalayan range?
Q7JKPSC KAS PrelimsMedium
Which historic garden in Srinagar is the oldest Mughal garden in Kashmir, laid out by Emperor Babur's descendant Jahangir for his wife Nur Jahan in 1619?
Q8JKSSB FAA 2021Medium
Nishat Bagh ('Garden of Delight'), the second largest Mughal garden in the Kashmir Valley, was laid out in 1633 by:
Q9JKSSB Assistant CompilerMedium
The famous freshwater spring garden 'Chashme Shahi' was built in 1632 CE around a natural mountain spring by which Mughal governor?
Q10JKSSB Junior AssistantEasy
Which scenic hill station in Udhampur district of Jammu division is famously called the 'Mini Switzerland of Jammu' or known for its plateau meadows?
Q11JKSSB Tourist OfficerEasy
The famous ski resort destination of Apharwat Peak and Kongdoori is accessed via which world-famous transit system?
Q12JKSSB Sub-InspectorEasy
Sonamarg, situated at an altitude of 2,740 m along the Sindh River, is the prime launch pad for which famous hanging glacier trek?
Q13JKPSC CCE PrelimsHard
The Avantiswami Temple ruins located at Awantipora along the Srinagar-Anantnag national highway were dedicated to which deity by King Avantivarman?
Q14JKSSB Naib TehsildarMedium
Which historic fort in Jammu was built by General Zorawar Singh, the legendary military commander of Raja Gulab Singh?
Q15JKSSB VLW 2023Medium
The famous Mughal road connecting Bufliaz in Poonch with Shopian in Kashmir traverses across which high-altitude Himalayan mountain pass?
Frequently Asked Questions (Important Tourist Destinations)
Q: Which Mughal Garden in Srinagar was built as an astronomical observatory and school of astrology?
Pari Mahal (Palace of Fairies) was constructed around 1650 CE by Prince Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Emperor Shah Jahan, as an observatory and library for astrological studies.
Q: Where is the famous Betaab Valley located in Jammu & Kashmir?
Betaab Valley is situated in Pahalgam, Anantnag district, along the Lidder River. It was originally known as Hajan Valley and was renamed after the Bollywood movie "Betaab" filmed there.
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